-EVENT-
Date
- 27th Aug 1955
- Expired!
Time
- ...
69 Years ago
The first Guinness Book of World Records was published in London.
Sir Hugh Beaver created the concept, and twin brothers Norris and Ross McWhirter co-founded the book in London in 27th August 1955. The first edition topped the bestseller list in the United Kingdom by Christmas 1955.